Top-notch Master Masquerading As Cannon Fodder Female Companion

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Chapter 231: Looking Down on My Family

Ding Mengfei beamed with happiness when she saw that the gossip she had set in motion was trending on the internet.

"Tan Mo reduced my screen time, and I couldn't complain to the director. We should simply find someone else to replace her as our screenwriter. With a new screenwriter, I wouldn't have to worry about reduced screen time." Ding Mengfei drummed her fingers on the table, completely relaxed.

How could she survive in this line of work if she didn't scheme behind the scenes?

She had secured her current standing in the industry without a backer. She definitely wasn't a sweet, naïve woman.

Her manager, Lin, was sitting opposite her. At that moment, she was also beaming with great satisfaction. "I ordered someone to scout around for updates. Director Liu is currently holding a meeting with everyone. Director Liu has received numerous calls from investors, and he seems quite hard pressed. Even though Director Liu sent the script over to the investors, a few investors still refuse to cooperate."

"The biggest investor, Journey Films, admitted that the script was quite good. However, the screenwriter is not well known and what's more, the internet appears to harbor pretty strong opinions on this young, unknown, and seemingly inexperienced scriptwriter. Hence, Journey Films is inclined to push to switch out the screenwriter. The script quality is good so they'll keep the current script and find another screenwriter to continue the writing. Another option would be to allow her to continue writing under someone else's name."

Most screenwriters in the country didn't have much say in the industry. Most of them would have to submit to the wishes of the investors.

"Even if we continue using the same script, we can switch the screenwriter. Whatever Tan Mo says won't hold sway. This way, we'll be able to increase your screen time," Lin said with a smile.

"What about Director Liu? Has he agreed?" Ding Mengfei was quite concerned. Her hands were clinging on tightly to the table as she leaned toward Lin.

At the mention of this, Lin's complexion darkened. She spoke with great displeasure, "I have no idea what Director Liu is thinking. He is bent on protecting Tan Mo. He said that he would never switch her regardless of what happens. Director Liu refused to remove her credit, even if she were to be paid for the use of her current work.

"I have no idea how Tan Mo managed to bewitch Director Liu and get him to be so protective of her. Journey Films even issued an ultimatum to cut Tan Mo off in order to preserve the reputation of this film. If the team doesn't fire Tan Mo, they will retract their investment," Lin said coldly. "Director Liu would have to consider whether he wants to retain Tan Mo or the money from the investors very carefully."

"Retract their investments? Director Liu won't be able to weather that. He wouldn't refuse such a large investment for someone like Tan Mo. When the time comes, where will he obtain funds to pay the salaries of the actors? Where would he get money to cover the cost of filming? Is he going to try and gather more investments? The reputation of this drama has already been ruined online. Who would be willing to invest?"

Ding Mengfei and Lin were both unaware that Director Hou was still standing on Tan Jinqi's side.

While Tan Jinqi was speaking to Tan Mo over the phone, Director Hou whispered to Director Liu, "Let me ask around and see how many investments I can get for you. In any case, I'm a veteran in this industry, and my words still hold some power."

Director Hou was aware of Tan Jinqi's family background.

However, he didn't tell Director Liu about it.